UN 1000 Career Services Presentation - November 2010

Choose to use your Career Services

resources…

Julie WayCareer Advisor

UN 1000November 2010

CAREER SERVICES PARTNERS

CAREER SERVICES PARTNERS

The Resume

Create and Outstanding and Effective Resume

• The first and perhaps the most vital step in preparing yourself for a successful job search is to create a powerful resume that will open doors and generate interviews.

• You’ll want a powerfully effective and attractive resume because:

“On average, most recruiters spend about 30 seconds scanning a resume and cover letter before sending it to the “yes” or “no” pile.”

Top Ten Skills Companies are Looking for in YOU!

1. Co-Op/Internship/Project Experience

2. Communication Skills (both written and oral)

3. Strong Work Ethic

4. Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills

5. Computer and Technical Skills

6. Motivation and Initiative

7. Problem Solving/Analytical/Ingenuity

8. Flexibility/Adaptability

9. Accomplishments/Achievements

10. Confidence in your own character and skill set

Evidence

Use your resume to provide evidence of those skills companies are looking for.

Provide detailed examples.

If you don’t have many of those skills, start developing them NOW!

First things first…Contact Information

• Make it easy for recruiter to find you

• Include name, permanent and/or school address, telephone number, e-mail address

• Avoid information that is about to expire

• E-mail address should be civil, business-like

• URL of personal webpage may be included, if only professional information and images

How do I create a resume?Consider the following categories…

ObjectiveEducationCo-Op/Internship ExperienceProject ExperienceResearch ExperienceComputer/Technical SkillsLeadership ExperienceVolunteer WorkAccomplishmentsHonors/AwardsWork History


Objective - what you want to do, who you want to work for

Examples:

To obtain a full-time position within the field of Business and Accounting

To obtain a full-time position with Caterpillar


Education - schools, locations, degrees, dates, GPAs

Examples:

Michigan Technological University Houghton, MIBS Degree Expected May 2010Minor: SpanishConcentration:Focus:GPA: 3.85

Pleasantville High School Pleasantville, MIAP Coursework: English, Calculus, Physics, Basketweaving 2009

University of Barcelona Barcelona, SpainSpanish Language Studies Fall 2009


Experiential EducationCo-Op, Internship, Enterprise, Senior Design, Coursework, Extra-Curricular

Example Formats:

Company LocationTitle (IT Analyst Co-Op, Manufacturing Intern, Accounting Intern) Date Action Action Action Action

SAE Enterprise Project:Objective: Worked on a team of 6 Action Action ActionResults: Earned first place in International SAE Competition, 2009


Work Experiences - paid, unpaid, volunteerExamples:

Applebee’s Houghton, MI and Grandville, MIWaitress 2006 - Present• Marketed new menu items, developing sales skills• Successfully interacted and communicated with diverse customer base• Developed team work and team business system skills

Strohl Farms Escanaba, MIPart-time Heavy Equipment Operator/Maintenance June 2005 –

Present• Skid Loader • Tractor • TMR • Field/Harvesting Equipment

Camp Counselor Flat Rock, MIBand Camp Woodwinds Instructor Summer 2009 Dunham’s Bellville, MI Sales Associate Summer

2009


Skills - Computer, Technical, Language

Computer:Operating SystemsProgramming LanguagesNetworkingSoftware

Technical:Asphalt TestingSoil BoringsOperating large equipment: skid, tractor, backhoe, paver, harvesterCNC and Manual LatheWeldingGPSGIS

Laboratory:MicroscopeSlide prepTitration


Leadership

Project Leadership ExperienceU2Explore EnterpriseProject Manager Led a team of 5 Scheduled and executed meetings with team members Developed task schedules, timelines, and deadlines Assigned tasks according to team member strengths, skills, and abilities Motivated high performance and adherence to timelines Liaison with advisor Coordinated and edited project technical report and oral presentation made to professional

corporate and academic audience

ABC Fraternity President Vice President Membership Chair


Accomplishments - don’t be shy

Scholarships Awards Honors Certifications 4-H Honor Society Boy Scouts Athletic Teams Missions Church Youth Group Martial Arts Aviation Entrepreneurial Experience


Miscellaneous

Michigan Technological University Varsity Football Team4 year Letter Winner• 2-semester daily practice commitment• Balanced 3 hour daily practice and bi-weekly game travel with full-class schedule• Studied, learned, and executed numerous systems• Learned and practiced troubleshooting and problem solving techniques in high stress, real-time competition

environment• Developed teamwork, communication skills, time management/prioritizing skills, competitive

character, highly disciplined work ethic, and performance excellence

United States Air Force Oklahoma City, OK

• Airborne Computer Display Maintenance Technician 1990 – 1994• Successfully completed electronics and specific system training• Successfully completed survival and prisoner of war training, including • land navigation and water survival• Operated early warning radar and communication computer and • data processing for E-3 AWACS• Troubleshot, reconfigured, and repaired aging system mid-mission• Worked successfully within diverse team to accomplish missions

REFERENCES

This will be a separate pageNo less than 3 and no more than 5

Match references with work experience if possible

REFERENCES

NameTitleDepartmentCompany/University/OrganizationAddressAddressPhoneemail

MISCELLANEOUS

Ensure it’s typo free!!!

Perfect spelling and grammar mechanics

Ask professional acquaintances to proof it for style and comprehension

Invest in some heavy resume paper and envelopes

Add an interesting and engaging cover letter

Your Career Development

It’s NEVER too early…

For YOUR Career Development

Why? Because professionally, academically, and personally developing, and gaining

hands-on corporate and industry experience are the most important things you can do NOW that will help you get the

job of your dreams later

Research Shows…

That students who use their Career Services are more successful at finding an

internship, co-op, or full-time position

and…. are far more successful at landing the job of their dreams

Career Services Professionals

Provide one-on-one help with all your career development needs:

Choosing your optimal career – MyPlan Guidance for co-curricular participation Resume and cover letter writing Interview coaching and practicing Career Fair Preparation Job Search Strategies including our new on-line

recruiting software - NACElink On-campus interview scheduling Offer negotiation and benefits evaluation Business etiquette advice

Career Services as a valuable resource…

Visit Career Services physically for an easy, friendly, valuable one-on-one Career Development appointment.

Attend our large event seminars

Visit Career Services electronically for valuable, up to date information:

Pay close attention to: www.career.mtu.edu Career Services emails NACElink

http://www.career.mtu.edu/

Connect with companies who want YOU…

with YOUR recruiting software NACElink

This software will help you manage and publish your resume, search job postings, and connect with hundreds of employers from around the world.

Upload your new or updated resume to NACElink soon!

Go to www.career.mtu.edu

A lot to think about…

It’s never too early to start thinking about and planning for your future.

You’re not alone…we’re here to help you.

Choose to use your Career Center Resources.

Visit Career ServicesHarold Meese Center

Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am – 5 pmCall ahead for an appointment - 487-2313Check out our website – www.career.mtu.edu

Documents

UN 1000 Career Services Presentation - November 2010